Electronics Engineering Polytechnic Institute of Surabaya

What Electronics Engineering Polytechnic Institute of Surabaya does

PENS is a government-owned higher education institution based in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, founded in 1988 and operating under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendiktisaintek). It is currently celebrating its 38th anniversary in 2026 and delivers vocational and applied technology education across four academic departments: Teknik Elektro (Electrical Engineering), Teknik Informatika dan Komputer (Informatics and Computer Engineering), Teknik Mekanika dan Energi (Mechanical and Energy Engineering), and Teknologi Multimedia Kreatif (Creative Multimedia Technology). Programs span D3, S.Tr. (applied bachelor), S2 (master's), and S3 (doctoral) levels, served to a primarily Indonesian student population recruited through the national selection system, with branch campuses in Lamongan and Sumenep extending reach across East Java.

PENS operates a portfolio of digital and research infrastructure: ETHOL (e-learning platform), MIS (academic management information system), JAS (Job Arrangement System for graduate placement), and EMITTER (research journal). Research and innovation activity is organized through P3M (research and community service unit), PICO (innovation program), and the Sky Venture incubator. Recognition deliverables include 3rd place worldwide at CanSat 2026, top vocational placement at P2MW 2026, and a top-13 ranking at PKM 2026, with PENS designated as the largest contributor to the Taiwan double-degree program (46 students).

The business model is anchored on government block grants via Kemendiktisaintek, supplemented by tuition from national selection admits, international program fees (e.g., Taiwan double-degree, Swiss-sponsored PLTS lab), and partnership income from industry collaborators such as Sanggabiz (Digital Vacancy Hub). PENS does not disclose financial data; revenue mechanics resemble a public-sector university with limited commercial exposure. The institution serves Indonesian students, government stakeholders, and partner employers/foreign universities, with the Sky Venture incubator functioning as a lightweight commercialization node.

Name

Electronics Engineering Polytechnic Institute of Surabaya

Legal name

Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya

Website

https://eepis-its.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1988

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

PENS is a government-owned Indonesian polytechnic in Surabaya, East Java, delivering vocational and applied technology education across electrical, computer, mechanical, and multimedia engineering departments, with branch campuses and international partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vocational Higher Education

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (61151), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Universities with Specialized Engineering Domains (EDAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Industry-Specific Technical & Certification Prep (e.g., Construction, Manufacturing, Energy) (EDAGANAN)

Keywords

• Vocational education
• Electronics engineering programs
• Polytechnic higher education
• Applied technology training
• Industrial automation courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Surabaya

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Public polytechnic funded by Indonesian government through Ministry of Education and Kemdiktisaintek. Receives operational funding, research grants, and student financial support programs.
2. International Program Fees: Revenue from international undergraduate programs and double-degree arrangements with partner institutions in Taiwan

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya (PENS) is a state-owned vocational polytechnic that delivers higher education programs at diploma (D3), applied bachelor (S.Tr.), master (S2), and doctoral (S3) levels in electronics engineering, IT, computer engineering, telecommunications, industrial automation, and related applied technology disciplines. It also operates research, innovation, and incubation services for industry, including the P3M research unit, PICO Innovation Center, Sky Venture startup incubator, PENS Robotics Center, and continuing professional training through Politeknik EduPrime and UILC.

Product overview

Politeknik Elektronika Negeri Surabaya (PENS) is a vocational higher education institution organized as a platform-plus-departments architecture. It operates four academic departments (Teknik Elektro, Teknik Informatika dan Komputer, Teknik Mekanika dan Energi, and Teknologi Multimedia Kreatif) offering programs at D3 (Diploma 3), Sarjana Terapan (S.Tr.), and Pascasarjana (S2/S3) levels. Supporting the academic mission, PENS provides digital service platforms including ETHOL e-learning, EEPIS Information System (MIS), Job Arrangement System (JAS), and EMITTER International Journal. Research and innovation are facilitated through P3M (research unit), PICO (innovation center), and Sky Venture business incubator.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bamantara EEPISAT: PENS student satellite team that won 3rd place at International CanSat Competition 2026 in the United States.
• EEPIS

Products and services

• Vocational Higher Education Programs (D3, S.Tr., S2, S3) Polytechnic higher education programs offered at diploma (D3), applied bachelor (S.Tr.), master (S2), and doctoral (S3) levels for Indonesian and international students seeking careers in electronics, IT, and applied engineering.
• ETHOL E-Learning Platform Web-based e-learning platform used by PENS students and instructors for online and blended course delivery, course materials, and assessments.
• P3M (Research and Community Service Unit) Institutional unit that manages applied research, publications, and community service projects, often in collaboration with industry partners and government agencies.
• PICO Innovation Center Center for innovation and prototyping that supports students, faculty, and partners in developing applied technology products and IP.
• Sky Venture Business Incubator Business incubator that supports student and faculty startups with mentorship, workspace, and access to funding networks to commercialize technology ventures.
• PENS Robotics Center Center providing robotics training, applied research, and competition support for students and faculty in robotics and automation.
• Politeknik EduPrime Corporate Training Customized corporate and professional training program delivered to industry partners and working professionals in electronics, IT, and applied technology domains.
• EISD (Electronic Industry Starter Development) Vocational program designed to prepare students and trainees for entry-level careers in the electronics industry through targeted technical and soft skills training.
• EMITTER International Journal International peer-reviewed journal publishing applied research articles in electronics, information technology, and engineering, managed by PENS.
• Job Arrangement System Career services platform that connects PENS students and graduates with employer job postings, internships, and recruitment events.
• UILC (Unit of International Language Center) International language center providing English and other language training programs for PENS students, staff, and the general public.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 13 national ranking for student creativity program (PKM) funding in 2026
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Government of SwitzerlandcoreOthers · 15 July 2026Swiss government provided hibah (grant) of PLTS (Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Surya / Solar Power Plant) laboratory equipment to PENS. This partnership strengthens human resource development in renewable energy sector and provides students with hands-on training facilities in solar energy technology.
• Taiwan Universities - Double Degree ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2026International academic partnership providing double degree program between PENS and Taiwanese universities. PENS became the largest contributor with 46 students graduating and receiving international credentials. Program enables students to earn degrees from both Indonesian and Taiwanese institutions.
• SanggabizsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 June 2026Collaborative partnership between PENS and Sanggabiz to organize Digital Vacancy Hub, bridging hundreds of young talents to employment opportunities. Initiative connects PENS students and graduates with job market through digital platform.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• BINUS University: Large private Indonesian university with applied IT, engineering, and creative multimedia programs. Competes with PENS on technology-oriented vocational and applied bachelor's outcomes, especially in Java.
• Telkom University: Private Indonesian university with strong applied engineering, computer science, and digital business programs. Competes with PENS for top IT applicants and corporate placements, particularly in telecom and digital industries.

Direct peers

• Politeknik Negeri Semarang (POLINES): Central Java state polytechnic offering applied degrees in engineering, IT, and accounting. A peer institution within the same vocational ecosystem, competing for government grants and industry placement partnerships.
• Politeknik Negeri Malang (POLINEMA): Malang-based state polytechnic with comparable engineering and IT programs. Competes with PENS for top vocational applicants and shares ministry-mandated funding cycles, programs, and quality benchmarks.
• Politeknik Negeri Jakarta (PNJ): Jakarta-based state polytechnic offering similar D3, S.Tr., and postgraduate programs in engineering, IT, and business. Directly competes with PENS for student intake at the national level and for industry partnerships.
• Politeknik Negeri Medan (POLMED): North Sumatra-based state polytechnic with similar engineering and IT applied curricula. Comparable in structure, funding model, and ministry oversight to PENS.
• Politeknik Negeri Bandung (POLBAN): Indonesian state polytechnic under the Ministry of Education offering applied degree programs in engineering, informatics, and business. Closest direct peer as a sister 'Politeknik Negeri' focused on applied STEM education and producing job-ready vocational graduates.

Broad incumbents

• Universitas Indonesia (UI): Indonesia's flagship public university with broad engineering, computer science, and vocational-aligned programs. While primarily a research university, UI competes with PENS for top STEM applicants and government vocational funding.

Regional players

• Singapore Polytechnic: Established Singapore-based polytechnic with similar applied degree model in engineering, IT, and applied sciences. Useful as a regional benchmark for what scaled polytechnic education and industry partnerships can look like in Southeast Asia.
• Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS): Major research university sharing the Sukolilo campus with PENS. ITS is a broader STEM university, but its engineering and IT programs compete for the same high-achieving East Java students and industry collaborations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/penseepis
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/penseepis
• Facebookfacebook.com/pens.eepis
• Instagraminstagram.com/penseepis
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/electronics-engineering-polytechnic-institute-of-surabaya

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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